Colour is back, thank god: flushed cheeks made a comeback in the latest round of international fashion weeks, which means that once the warmer weather comes about, hopefully more people than usual will feel adventurous about going for the rose or berry tones themselves. That being said, now's as good a time as any for a refresher on what blush would work well on you, and we're not just talking about your choice of shade either. From consistencies to application methods, here's a quick primer on how to look dewy and gentle as opposed to inflamed.
Rich, burnt clays and terracotta shades are gorgeous for evenings out, but for a more day-to-day use, it must be said that these tones look best on medium, deep and dark complexions. Warm colours are a must for warm skin tones because otherwise the your skin-tone seems ashy, and your blush equally chalky. The darker the skin, the more orange/tangerine you can venture to really look sun-kissed: some chocolate beauties can pull off lush, wine-coloured blush effortlessly, but if you’ve been struggling to find the right fit for your darker skin tone, warm and vibrant is the way to go. Guerlain’s Terracotta Healthy Glow Blush Bronzer Powder Duo ($63) gives you two for the price of one, but once again, be not afraid of the colour when you first swatch it. A light application makes the most striking hue surprisingly neutral once counter-balanced by the depth of your skin.
